Sponsor Spotlight from Stroll Island Estates My name is Dr. Audrey Paul M.D. Ph.D. and I am the founder and medical director of Blue Wave Pediatrics and Blue Wave Concussion Center. Originally from New York, I attended  Harvard College and completed my medical training at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York and my fellowship training in pediatric emergency medicine at Columbia Presbyterian. I practiced pediatric emergency medicine at Mount Sinai and NYU, where I was an associate clinical professor in emergency medicine. While keeping busy in the ER, I managed t ..read more

You’re at the ice rink with your 12 year old daughter. She is racing down the ice for the puck when another player side swipes her. Her head hits the boards, and she falls to the ground. She doesn’t lose consciousness but seems wobbly when she skates to the bench. After 5 minutes, she says she feels better, gets back on the ice and plays the rest of the game. That night, she complained of a bad headache and vomited once. What are you supposed to do? Does she need to go to the ER? Does she have a concussion?  Concussions, described as a mild traumatic brain injury, are caused by a direct ..read more

These days, people often think of "empowerment" as doing well in a job or reaching certain goals. But empowerment is about more than just having a successful career. It includes a more comprehensive and deeper understanding of self-worth and personal fulfillment. Particularly for women, empowerment signifies a clear understanding of their intrinsic strength and potential. Empowerment is deeply rooted in acknowledging and accepting your inner self. It involves consciously tuning in to our personal needs and allowing them to steer our life choices. By focusing on this, women can achieve more in ..read more

Did you know that most new year’s resolutions are abandoned by February 1? It’s easy to understand why – especially as a busy mom! Your schedule is full to the brim with meetings, school projects, play dates, and all the kids’ appointments and activities. You’re mentally planning dinner, ordering a gift for that birthday party next week, and breaking up sibling scuffles. Whew! It can be exhausting to get through the week’s to-do list without adding the pressures of a big new year’s resolution.  But there is one new year’s resolution (really, it’s more of a goal or commitment) that is wort ..read more

In today's fast world, being a mom is like having a full-time job that never clocks out. Amidst all this chaos, taking care of your health, especially managing your weight, often takes a back seat. But what if we told you that slimming down and reaching your ideal weight doesn't have to be another stressor on your already long to-do list? Yes, you read that right! There are simple and effective ways that can fit into even the busiest of schedules. So, let's dive in and discover more about it! Smart Snacking When you're a busy mom, snacking can either be your best friend or your worst enemy ..read more

Kingfish, Pusha Preme, as well as an eclectic mix of local and regional talent join the GMF 2024 lineup Tampa, Fla. (January 4, 2024)  - The Gasparilla Music Festival has released its much anticipated daily lineup along with newly added bands performing February 16 - 18, 2024 at Julian B Lane Riverfront Park.  Lineup additions include Grammy Award winning, American Blues guitarist and Clarksdale, Mississippi native, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram. Soul-stirring, spontaneous and steeped in energy and excitement, Kingfish has become internationally recognized as a ..read more

Getting a pet is often considered a very impactful step in life, regardless of age. It is because pets provide us with great joy and companionship. As a mum, loving your pet or your child's pet is essential as it ensures it is well taken off, fostering a pleasant connection. It improves their mental and physical health, lowers stress, and gives them a sense of stability. When you show affection and attention regularly, you create a favorable atmosphere, increasing the emotional bond between pet and owner and resulting in a happier, healthier companion. Hence, you must know how to live with yo ..read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tampa Bay Moms Groups Annual event Tampa’s Holiday Market Is back and presented by MattLaw in Partnership and Benefitting Camelot Community Care The Tampa Bay Moms Groups annual Shopping and Charity Event, Tampa’s Holiday Market is returning to Water Works Park in Tampa on Sunday December 3rd 2023. The event will run from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. In addition to being a fantastic way to shop small and support our local small businesses community, this event will feature a variety of Holiday themed attractions such as Holiday Entertainment on the main stage as well as snow flu ..read more

CR’s safety experts reviewed scores of incident reports and parent reviews Most people assume that if something is for sale in the U.S., it must be safe to use. Especially baby gear, when the stakes are so high, right? The reality is that while many kinds of baby products do have to undergo safety testing before hitting the market, a lot can still slip through the cracks. For instance, new types of products might not yet have mandatory safety standards, and so they hit store shelves before any independent testing has taken place. Or sometimes, even when regulators and safety advocates think a ..read more

Across various cultures and ages, the birth of twins has always been met with a mix of astonishment, folklore, and curiosity. Beyond cultural perceptions, many families around the world often wonder what the likelihood of having twins is. What makes twin births such an exciting and intriguing subject is the combination of genetics and environment, as well as the number of ,myths and facts out there. This is why, it’s important to get a better understanding of the heredity of twins in families, including some of the misconceptions that many people believe. If you want to find out more about tw ..read more